Diwali Celebrations 2022: 8 Foreign Locations That Celebrate Diwali With Grandeur

Because of the vast Indian diaspora and the large number of Hindus spread around the world, Diwali is celebrated and observed with the same vigour in other parts of the world, as it is in India.

Diwali celebrations outside India

The Indonesian island of Bali is well-known for its Diwali celebrations, as Indians make up the majority of the population. It is one of the most cherished festivals among the locals. The celebrations and rituals are mostly similar to those observed by their Indian counterparts. (Image Source: Getty)

In Nepal, Diwali is known as Tihar and the nation celebrates this festival with great zeal. Gifts are exchanged, houses are decorated with lights, and prayers are offered to Goddess Lakshmi. In addition, the Festival of Lights is Nepal's second most important festival after Dashain. (Image Source: Getty)

Deepavali is one of the most important Hindu festivals in Singapore. It is a celebration of hope triumphing over despair, good triumphing over evil, and light triumphing over darkness. Singaporeans clean, decorate, and renovate their homes prior to Deepavali night, and during the hour of celebration, they dress up in their best clothes. They also light diyas inside and outside their homes, exchange gifts, and give sweets to children. (Image Source: Getty)

Diwali is one of the most important celebrations in Malaysia, following the national festivals. During Deepavali, restaurants and shops are open as usual, but Indian-owned businesses and offices are closed. To see how local Hindus celebrate Deepavali, one can visit Little India in Brickfields, Kuala Lumpur, or Georgetown, Penang. People begin shopping for spices, religious items or decorations, and traditional clothing such as saris, Punjabi suits, and colourful bangles a week before the festival. (Image Source: Getty)

Owing to the Hindu majority, a number of Hindu festivals are celebrated in South Africa. Naturally, Diwali plays an important role in the region's festival calendar. The celebration is similar to that of India. According to a new book on Indian indentured labourers, the 2007 Diwali celebrations in South Africa marked the country's 100th year of celebration. (Image Source: Getty)

Because of Canada's multiculturalism, Diwali is not only a South Asian festival, but also a Canadian one. Despite the fact that it is not a public holiday, this festival is celebrated by many Canadians from various cultural backgrounds. (Image Source: Getty)

In Thailand, Diwali is known as Lam Kriyongh and is celebrated between October and November. The festival is celebrated in nearly identical ways to Diwali. Diyas (lamps) made of banana leaves are lit, along with candles, a coin, and incense. These are set afloat on a river, providing a beautiful view. (Image Source: Getty)

Diwali celebrations in Sri Lanka, like those in India, revolve around lights and illumination. Misiri is used to make enamel toys and figurines. Fireworks and a hearty meal are essential components of the festivities. (Image Source: Getty)